# 5-12-26 - 11am - Reflecting Pool and Colorado Budget

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Podcast: [The Situation & The Weekend with Michael Brown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-situation-the-weekend-with-michael-brown-463938)
Published: 2026-05-12T18:23:25+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Michael dives into the world of government spending and fiscal responsibility. He discusses the recent budget passed by the Colorado Democrats, which increased the state's budget by $3 billion, despite a $1.5 billion deficit. Michael questions the decision to declare a retroactive tax refund, which some critics label as unconstitutional. He also touches on the growing Medicaid costs and the state's increasing spending per person. With a critical eye, Michael examines the root causes of the state's financial woes and invites listeners to join the conversation about fiscal responsibility and accountability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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